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Top Foundation Year Programs in Tourism and Hospitality

A foundation year provides prospective college students with the chance to prepare for coursework by obtaining valuable experience in the classroom. This provides an excellent way to explore programs and decide if they want to pursue them. These studies may lead to accreditation upon completion.

What is a foundation year in tourism and hospitality? This preparatory program can teach students about the business and specialty aspects of hospitality and tourism and prepare them to enter a bachelor’s degree program. Some courses are more vocational in nature and will result in a diploma or other certification that equips students with the skills and experience to enter the job market. Programs that focus on work experience can take up to two years to complete.

A foundation year in tourism and hospitality can prepare students for further coursework in the field, or it can give them the skills to begin a career almost anywhere in the world.

The cost of a foundation year in tourism and hospitality can vary from one institution to the next. There are different options available and students enroll with different goals. Interested students should research several programs and choose one that best fits their needs and budget.

Students who complete a foundation year in tourism and hospitality will usually have met all the prerequisites to enter an undergraduate degree program or seek employment as industry specialists. Those who complete coursework may be able to work in several areas of the tourism and hospitality industries, including various managerial roles. Graduates around the globe can generally look forward to good employment prospects, as there is a need for people with experience in this industry.

A foundation year in tourism and hospitality can help students pursue a satisfying career. If you’re interested in learning more, search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.

Experience a year in beautiful Queensland and “Top Up” your qualification to a Bachelor of Business from an internationally recognized top 2% university. Engage with busi
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Experience a year in beautiful Queensland and “Top Up” your qualification to a Bachelor of Business from an internationally recognized top 2% university. Engage with business and industry by undertaking a Professional Internship as part of your degree program to enhance graduate outcomes and launch your career.

The program offers majors in:

International Business
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Management

Duration: 1 year

Intakes: March – July – November

Price: $24,500*

Earn up to $3000 Scholarships against your tuition fee
4 weeks free Accommodation or up to 8 weeks when you sign up for a full year at Student One. #

*Fees listed is Special Pricing for the entire Program. Not including SSAF or resources. Academic and English Eligibility Criteria Applies. Applications must be supplied with supporting documentary evidence (testamur and official transcripts) being in accord with the official MINISTRE DE L’ENSEIGNMENT SUPERIEUR, DE LA RECHERCHE ET DE L’INNOVATION program requirement....
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The University Foundation is an intensive preparatory programme that develops the knowledge, skills, and competence required to succeed in your university studies. The mo
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The University Foundation is an intensive preparatory programme that develops the knowledge, skills, and competence required to succeed in your university studies. The modules make up the building blocks that focus on hospitality, tourism and services industry. You will be mentored on the skills essential to your learning and growth as an individual. This is done to prepare you for your new and challenging life ahead as a Bachelor’s Degree student at BERJAYA UCH.

Why Choose This Programme?

Making the move from high school to college can be a difficult transition. To help you thrive in this new environment, the University Foundation programme is designed to develop your knowledge, skills, and competence required to succeed in this next phase of your university education....
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Diploma prepared at Ecole de Savignac and Stratford-upon-Avon College. Diploma awarded by The Heart of England International Academy (HEIA).

Foundation Degrees are vocational HE awards, designed with employers, which aim to develop technical and work specific skills underpinned by rigorous and broad-based academic learning. With the emphasis on work experience, Foundation Degrees are a two-year route to a degree and are highly valued in the job market. They focus on employability for young and mature students who want to work while they study.

By the end of this course you will be awarded a British Foundation Degree and you will have earned 127 ECTS credits (European Credits Transfer System)....
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The Bachelor Foundation Year has been designed for students who have a High-School qualification (or international equivalent) and is aimed in particular at students who
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The Bachelor Foundation Year has been designed for students who have a High-School qualification (or international equivalent) and is aimed in particular at students who wish to change their choice of study course in the middle of the academic year and international students in the Southern Hemisphere whose academic year ends in December. At the end of this 6-month programme, you will have the possibility of joining Year 2 of one of the following programmes at La Rochelle Education Group: Bachelor in Business, Bachelor in Tourism & Hospitality, BBA La Rochelle.

This programme encompasses the fundamentals of management as well as company management and administration. At the end of the programme, you will be awarded 60 ECTS points. The Bachelor Foundation Year comprises 450 hours of education divided into 15 modules. Each module is made up of 24 hours of class-based lessons and 6 hours of e-learning....
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This Hospitality Foundations program has been specially designed as a pathway to enable international students to enter the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Ar
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Credential: Certificate Program Length: 1 year/ 2 semesters This Hospitality Foundations program has been specially designed as a pathway to nenable international students to enter the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts and then transition into one of our diploma programs. In the Hospitality Foundation courses, you learn both the core job skills required to work in the dynamic hospitality industry as well as the language skills to communicate successfully in English to colleagues, employers and guests.

Academic Requirements

- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent documentation/transcripts from country of origin, or mature student status (19 years or older). Note - Applicants to Centennial College post-secondary programs in the areas of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts, with scores of 140 or 141 on the Centennial College English Skills Assessment, are advised to take this program first as a pathway to their program of choice....
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This programme validated by Ulster University combines knowledge and understanding of Tourism, Hospitality and Events, with the vocational training in these areas. This F
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This programme validated by Ulster University combines knowledge and understanding of Tourism, Hospitality and Events, with the vocational training in these areas.

This Foundation Degree is a recognised Higher Education qualification, allowing students to progress to BSc Hons courses or to obtain employment in the Tourism, Hospitality and/or Events sectors. This course offers exciting, modern and engaging content, embracing all three industries; it provides students with the opportunity to appreciate the symbiotic relationship that binds Tourism, Hospitality and Events, while simultaneously acquiring a balanced mix of academic and practical skills. The Foundation Degree also provides students with an opportunity to undertake a structured placement within Tourism, Hospitality and/or Events organisations during the final year of the programme. Placements can be undertaken locally, nationally or internationally....
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Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a range of subjects including Accounting and Finance, Computing, Events Management, Geography, Law and Ph
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Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a range of subjects including Accounting and Finance, Computing, Events Management, Geography, Law and Physical Education at the University of Gloucestershire.

Course features
Develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
Guaranteed university placement for all successful students. Find out more about our money back guarantee.
Benefit from smaller class sizes than at university, meaning you'll have more time with your teachers.
Adapt to studying in the UK thanks to university-style teaching for subject-based modules.
Guidance with your university applications, so you choose the best degree for you.
Key course facts
Course length: 2-4 Terms
Start dates: 2018: September; 2019: January, July, September; 2020: January
Fees: From £7,880
Class hours: 18 hours per week minimum
Class size: 16
Class duration:
Standard:English classes per week: 6 hours
Subject module classes per week: 12 hours
Average total per week: 18 hours
6 month:English classes per week: 9 hours
Subject module classes per week: 15 hours
Average total per week: 24 hours
Integrated:
Subject module classes per week: 12 hours
Average total per week: 18 hours
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Academic study, intensive English language teaching and study skills to prepare you for entry into the first year of a university degree in areas such as Business Studies
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Academic study, intensive English language teaching and study skills to prepare you for entry into the first year of a university degree in a wide range of subjects such as Business Studies, Hospitality, Geography, Sports Science and more.

Why apply?
guaranteed university placement for all successful students
a quality-assured university validated programme
multiple start dates

There are two course options available:

International Foundation (3 terms) - this is the standard option
Extended International Foundation (4 terms) - this option features an additional term of English at the beginning for extra language support
Where will it take me?

Our progression guarantee

We guarantee to find you a place to study on an appropriate degree and university if you successfully complete your International Foundation programme, follow professional advice offered by INTO staff and meet minimum attendance requirements....
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